Question 1

what in adhesive tape and glue makes some people allergic to it?

Accepted Answer

Latex: Many adhesives contain latex. Allergic antibodies (ige) can be formed to latex. Testing with a blood test may identify these antibodies however;  false negative reactions are fairly common. (testing may fail to identify this problem accurrately) . There have been reports of severe allergic reactions to latex and if you are latex allergic, report this to all healthcare providers, including dentists.

Question 2

whats the easiest way to remove adhesive tape ? its hard to get off. would a small amount of baby oil loosen it? it will not touch my cut. do you know or anything else? thank you?

Accepted Answer

Baby Oil: Baby Oil is indeed the easiest way to get the residual adhesive of bandages off of your skin. Gently massage some baby oil on a cotton ball directly on the affected areas and the tape residue will come right off. You may have to wash the area with a degreasing soap afterwards if you plan on adhering a new bandage to the area.

Question 3

will using adhesive/tape on scalp to attach hair wig, affect success of hair transplantation in that same area, in future?

Accepted Answer

No: I don't believe this will affect future hair transplant success.

Question 4

ive been using band aid adhesive tape. it has left red irritation where they were. its been there for few days now. is there anything i could put on it ? i have thin elastic skin from ehlers-danlos syndrome. i always have trouble with adhesives?

Accepted Answer

Caution: You might try a very thin layer of over the counter 1/2 % hydrocortizone cream twice a day. It is good for such irritation but overuse can thin the skin some.

Question 5

i had a procedure friday and today is the day i can remove the dressing. i am allergic to adhesive. what's the most painless way to remove the tape?

Accepted Answer

Fast and furious: Try icing the area first then pull it off as fast  as you can or ask someone else to do it for you.

Question 6

could i have a tattoo if i'm allergic to adhesives and latex?

Accepted Answer

Depends on severity: Tattoo ink is not regulated thus you can not account for its contents. Inks have multiple chemicals in them thus if there is latex you will have an allergy to your tattoo.
I would be very cautious about getting a tattoo

Question 7

i can't use band-aids because i'm terribly allergic to the adhesive. what are my options?

Accepted Answer

Paper tape: "paper tape" can be found in a drug store, and it tends to be less allergenic than band-aids. Use cotton gauze to cover the wound, and paper tape to keep it in place.  It won't stick as well as band-aids, so will need to be replaced more frequently.

Question 8

i'm allergic to adhesives in band-aids - what are my options for wound care?

Accepted Answer

Self adhesive bandag: There are options such as self adhesive bandages. Best is to have a patch test with an allergist and find if you are allergic to latex or the adhesive and make more informed decisions on what to avoid.

Question 9

how do i clean adhesive from hospital tape thats been left over on my skin and how do i remove it?

Accepted Answer

Time: Soap and water, alcohol, and there are some commercial products at your pharmacy.

Question 10

i'm concerned because the adhesive on monitoring electrode causing allergic reaction. no it's not latex?

Accepted Answer

No, not latex : Common reaction to adhesives. When you need an EKG, ask your doctor for a steroid cream to put on the sites of the electrodes right after they're removed to limit the development of rash.

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What in adhesive tape and glue makes some people allergic to it?

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Whats the easiest way to remove adhesive tape ? its hard to get off. would a small amount of baby oil loosen it? it will not touch my cut. do you know or anything else? thank you?

A member asked:

Will using adhesive/tape on scalp to attach hair wig, affect success of hair transplantation in that same area, in future?

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Ive been using band aid adhesive tape. it has left red irritation where they were. its been there for few days now. is there anything i could put on it ? i have thin elastic skin from ehlers-danlos syndrome. i always have trouble with adhesives?

A member asked:

I had a procedure friday and today is the day i can remove the dressing. i am allergic to adhesive. what's the most painless way to remove the tape?

A member asked:

Could i have a tattoo if i'm allergic to adhesives and latex?

A member asked:

I can't use band-aids because i'm terribly allergic to the adhesive. what are my options?

A member asked:

I'm allergic to adhesives in band-aids - what are my options for wound care?

A member asked:

How do i clean adhesive from hospital tape thats been left over on my skin and how do i remove it?

A member asked:

I'm concerned because the adhesive on monitoring electrode causing allergic reaction. no it's not latex?

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